Skil Hammer Drill Recalled by S-B Power Tool
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (1998-10-06). Hazards: electric shock. About 150 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 99003a |
| Published | 1998-10-06 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-26 |
| Product category | Drills & Bits |
| Products | Skil model 6464 Hammer Drills |
| Firm named in the title | S-B Power Tool |
| Firms | S-B Power Tool Co., of Chicago, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 150 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Home improvement, hardware and industrial supply retailers sold these drills, from April 1998 to August 1998, for about $139. They were sold in Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, New York and Texas. |
Description
These drills are used for precision drilling into hard materials such as concrete and brick, as well as wood and metal. They have a black housing, and a red trigger and selector switch. These drills have a nameplate with "6464" on the side. The date codes 767 through 868 also are stamped on the nameplate, as well as the part number, "F012646400."
Hazard
A wiring problem presents the possibility of an electric shock or electrocution in these drills.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these drills. To arrange for a free repair, consumers should call S-B Power Tool.
Incidents and injuries
There have been no reports of incidents or injuries with these drills.
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